Lagos State Approves 13% Bus Fare Hike
Analysis based on 26 articles · First reported Feb 23, 2026 · Last updated Feb 24, 2026
The 13% fare increase by the Nigeria===Government of Lagos State for public transport services, effective March 2, 2026, is a direct response to Nigeria's persistent inflation and rising operational costs for transport operators. This adjustment aims to ensure the sustainability of public transport, potentially impacting commuter spending and the profitability of bus operating companies.
The Nigeria===Government of Lagos State, led by Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has approved a 13% increase in fares across all Bus Reform Initiative (BRI) schemes, including Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) and standard routes. This decision, announced by the Nigeria===Lagos Metropolitan Area Transport Authority (LAMATA), will take effect from Monday, March 2, 2026. The fare hike is a response to appeals from regulated public transport operators who cited mounting economic pressures, including rising operational costs for vehicle maintenance, spare parts, and staff salaries, exacerbated by Nigeria's inflation rate, which closed 2025 at 15.2% according to the Nigeria===National Bureau of Statistics. The government aims to balance affordability for commuters with the need to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient public transportation services.
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